ALAVA

BASQUE COUNTRY

Marques Riscal Hotel

 

Urquiola National Park

 

Álava Council(Diputación)

 

Gorbeia Natural Park

 

La Guardia-Álava

 

Euskadi/Basque Country

Álava

This province is the largest and least populated of Euskadi. Its capital, Vitoria-Gasteiz, is capital of the Basque Country also. For lovers of medieval history, this is the right place to visit. In Álava we'll find many villas that retain the walls of the times marked by clashes between former kingdoms and the struggle between the nobles, as well as palaces, churches and other buildings of the era. Between locations are important defensive elements such as the ones in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Laguardia, Antoñana, Salinillas de Buradón, Salvatierra, Labraza, Peñacerrada-Urizaharra, Korres and Artziniega.

 

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What to do | What to visit in Álava | Nature

Natural Park of Urkiola

Many legends tell about witches(Lamiako) and said that Mary, Queen of the Genius of Nature and known as the Lady of Anboto, lies in the huge cave dug into the vertical wall of this Natural Park.

Rocky peaks, forests of oak, beech, pine, birch, and mythological and religious, make this park is an important visit. Some attractions are the Sanctuary of San Antonio Abad and Padua Hirugurutze Lookout: From this point provided a privileged view of the mountains and valley Holiday villages: these have interesting examples of cultural heritage, both civil and religious. We'll find it at 24km from Vitoria.

 

 

Gorbeia Natural Park

Pastoral land, coal and iron forgers, Gorbeia is also the scene of many pagan legends. An obligatory stop for Basque mountaineers, here we are beautiful valleys, with abundant beech, oaks, and yew. It is worth going in mid-September to hear the deer´s bellowing. It is located 24km from Vitoria by the N-240.

 

Natural Park of Izki

One of the most unique places in the Basque Country. It is a plateau surrounded by mountains, which highlights a beautiful gorge with artificial caves carved into the rocks. The absence of towns and villages has facilitated it´s access and a natural area with very little transformation.

 

Natural Park of Valderejo

Nature and rural life coexist in perfect harmony in the National Park of Valderejo. Beech, pine, oak, and protected wildlife, which undoubtedly include the colonies of griffon vultures, symbol of the park.

Distance from Vitoria-Gasteiz: 55 km

 

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